http://politicalwire.com/archives/2008/09/20/palin_wins_concessions_for_veep_debate.html
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/09/21/us/politics/21debate.html?_r=2&hp&oref=slogin&oref=slogin
The presidential and VP debates are quickly approaching. McCain and Obama have worked out the details of the presidential debates, and the result is a fairly free-flowing format that you can look at in more detail through the nytimes link.
For the VP debate (Oct 2), the McCain campaign has succeeded in reducing the opportunity for free debate between Sarah Palin and Joe Biden. The more structured format that has been agreed upon will likely benefit Palin because she is an inexperienced debater, and it will help her to reduce being on the defensive. The McCain camp wants her to spend time talking about McCain's positions rather than play defense. When we watch this debate, we should pay attention to the communication styles they use and see how offensive or defensive each VP candidate is.
Saturday, September 20, 2008
McCain Zigzags on Immigration
McCain Zigzags on Immigration
The issue of immigration could play a vital role in who becomes elected president. Many people are questioning Senator McCain’s policy on immigration. They are not necessarily questioning his policy but a lack of policy.
In 2006 Senator McCain co-signed a bill which increased border patrol and made stricter rules on hiring immigrants. Then in 2007 when republicans protested the bill McCain backed down and changed his mind on immigration issues to follow his party. He then changed his mind again at the Republican National Party shifting to the right on immigration issues. Frank Sharry, executive director of America’s Voice stated: “ we may never move legislation even if “president” McCain wants to move legislation; “ Expecting a better outcome after his rhetorical shifts to the right is like giving an alcoholic a drink and hoping they get sober tomorrow” (politico, 2008).
Many people believe McCain needs to develop a plan on immigration and stick with it. Immigration relates to national security and with today’s society it will play a key issue in the up coming election.
The issue of immigration could play a vital role in who becomes elected president. Many people are questioning Senator McCain’s policy on immigration. They are not necessarily questioning his policy but a lack of policy.
In 2006 Senator McCain co-signed a bill which increased border patrol and made stricter rules on hiring immigrants. Then in 2007 when republicans protested the bill McCain backed down and changed his mind on immigration issues to follow his party. He then changed his mind again at the Republican National Party shifting to the right on immigration issues. Frank Sharry, executive director of America’s Voice stated: “ we may never move legislation even if “president” McCain wants to move legislation; “ Expecting a better outcome after his rhetorical shifts to the right is like giving an alcoholic a drink and hoping they get sober tomorrow” (politico, 2008).
Many people believe McCain needs to develop a plan on immigration and stick with it. Immigration relates to national security and with today’s society it will play a key issue in the up coming election.
Pakistan Bombing
Recently there was a terrorist bombing in Pakistan. The bombing took place in the garden of an Italian restaurant in the capital of Islamabad. The bombing was targeting western nationals as the restaurant was frequented by westerners on Saturday nights.
In light of these recent events, both presidential candidates have sounded off with their take on the action. Firstly, Obama came out to say that the bombing reiterates the urgency of terrorism. He believes terrorism knows no borders and threatens all innocent civilians and that we need to refocus our efforts on defeating Al Qaeda. Obama then moves on to say that we must become a global leader in our in an effort to prevail against Al Qaeda. In my opinion, I like how Obama came out and admitted that we must keep fighting terrorism. But I want to know how he plans to refocus the United States and our fight against terror. It is not just enough to say that you want to do it, we need to know how you plan to do it so that we can know if the plan is even plausible.
McCain began his statement by saying that his wife and himself send out their condolences to everyone involved. He then says that this attack must deepen our resolve to fight terror. McCain then moves on to say that we must recognize that Pakistan also faces a terrorist threat and that the next president must work hard with our partners to control the danger and relinquish their ability to threaten us as well as others. I just think McCain basically said the same thing that Obama said. Both of the nominees feel that we need to fight terrorism by joining together with other targeted nations. The only difference is that obviously McCain believes that we are heading in the right direction with what we are doing while Obama is more a proponent of a refocusing of our efforts.
http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/03/15/world/main3941348.shtml
http://www.politico.com/blogs/bensmith/0908/Statements_on_Pakistan_bombing.html?showall
In light of these recent events, both presidential candidates have sounded off with their take on the action. Firstly, Obama came out to say that the bombing reiterates the urgency of terrorism. He believes terrorism knows no borders and threatens all innocent civilians and that we need to refocus our efforts on defeating Al Qaeda. Obama then moves on to say that we must become a global leader in our in an effort to prevail against Al Qaeda. In my opinion, I like how Obama came out and admitted that we must keep fighting terrorism. But I want to know how he plans to refocus the United States and our fight against terror. It is not just enough to say that you want to do it, we need to know how you plan to do it so that we can know if the plan is even plausible.
McCain began his statement by saying that his wife and himself send out their condolences to everyone involved. He then says that this attack must deepen our resolve to fight terror. McCain then moves on to say that we must recognize that Pakistan also faces a terrorist threat and that the next president must work hard with our partners to control the danger and relinquish their ability to threaten us as well as others. I just think McCain basically said the same thing that Obama said. Both of the nominees feel that we need to fight terrorism by joining together with other targeted nations. The only difference is that obviously McCain believes that we are heading in the right direction with what we are doing while Obama is more a proponent of a refocusing of our efforts.
http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/03/15/world/main3941348.shtml
http://www.politico.com/blogs/bensmith/0908/Statements_on_Pakistan_bombing.html?showall
Indiana and Neglection of Obama
I found this quite interesting and thought I would share with everyone. I went birthday card shopping yesterday afternoon for my father. And as I was browsing the card section in CVS, in town here at North Manchester. I stumbled upon a section of birthday cards that were "Election 2008" themed. It intrigued me so I took a gander. I read every card they had there, I believe there were like 12 or so. And I was a little upset. The cards were humorous yes and I was going to purchase one for my father, but then realized that it would have offended him. I am from IL, so therefore you probably realize right off the bat how Democratic my state is, and therefore my father most likely would vote Democrat as well. Well, every single card that was being sold was of Republican views and were related to McCain. I was upset at the fact that not a single card, nope not even one had the theme of Democrats or Obama. The color schemes were patriotic, but I felt like they should have equally represented both sides, even though IN is predominantly a Republican state. There are still people that reside in IN that support Democratic views.
Plans for the Economy
Obviously this past week has been consumed by the financial crisis facing Americans which has forced the economy to take center stage as the new judgment about which candidate is more capable in leading our country towards a brighter future. While McCain unveiled a six point plan to try and deal with the economic problems and plans to establish a new institution to oversee mortgage lending institutions, Obama has said that he will take part in the efforts underway by the Congress and Administration and wants to wait and make sure a fix for the meltdown is secure and works. The electorate is really tuning in to see what the candidates have to say about the state of our economy and how they plan to fix it, but we also need to remember that our current president is still in the White House and obviously change needs to start happening now. I think it is very beneficial for McCain’s campaign that he has offered an economic plan, which is his most detailed plan to date, it helps to show the electorate that he is prepared to respond to financial crises. However, Obama’s choice to not rapidly respond with a plan, which would seem in accordance with his style thus far, might show more rational behavior which could be more important in comparison. The issue of the present economy has definitely taken center stage in regards to advertisements for both candidates. Both sides have produced a multitude of television and internet ads where economy has taken center stage, but I feel that many of the ads continue to just try and belittle the other candidate instead of focusing on the real problems at hand.
http://abcnews.go.com/Politics/Vote2008/story?id=5839771&page=1
http://www.cnn.com/2008/POLITICS/09/19/economy.ads/index.html#cnnSTCText
Friday, September 19, 2008
Economic Credibility
http://abcnews.go.com/Politics/Vote2008/story?id=5839771&page=1
With the "federal bailout of Wall Street" Presidential candidate Barack Obama adopted a strategy in which he would step back from giving specific details about reviving financial market. He felt it was unnecessary and wasn't interested in "scoring political points" but to make sure that a plan for the economic meltdown will in deed be sound and work. Obama took a step back from interfering with a plan that Congress and the U.S. administration is drawing up and will be be watching and taking part of the efforts now underway.
Also, Obama felt that it was crucial at this time that the markets have confidence that their work will not be impeded by partisan wrangling; both parties should work in concert to solve the problem at hand.
Instead of immediately blurting out details of how he is going to fix this meltdown, Obama took a step forward in waiting, wanting to conjure up a plan that will be systematic, work, and not negatively effect everyone in the making. There isn't an immediate fix to these economic problems, it takes time to look at all the finer points and try to make the best plan to bring out a positive outcome.
With the "federal bailout of Wall Street" Presidential candidate Barack Obama adopted a strategy in which he would step back from giving specific details about reviving financial market. He felt it was unnecessary and wasn't interested in "scoring political points" but to make sure that a plan for the economic meltdown will in deed be sound and work. Obama took a step back from interfering with a plan that Congress and the U.S. administration is drawing up and will be be watching and taking part of the efforts now underway.
Also, Obama felt that it was crucial at this time that the markets have confidence that their work will not be impeded by partisan wrangling; both parties should work in concert to solve the problem at hand.
Instead of immediately blurting out details of how he is going to fix this meltdown, Obama took a step forward in waiting, wanting to conjure up a plan that will be systematic, work, and not negatively effect everyone in the making. There isn't an immediate fix to these economic problems, it takes time to look at all the finer points and try to make the best plan to bring out a positive outcome.
Palin's Favorability Ratings Begin to Falter
The polls reflected the early success of the McCain strategy. In the first couple of days that Palin joined the team 32% of voters had a favorable opinion of her. About a week later 43% of voters had a favorable opinion of her. Four days later the rating had climbed to 47% and a week after that poll her favorability had climbed to 52%.
In the first couple of weeks it seemed the Palin was going to be a great asset to McCain. In this General Election Battle, the last couple of months are very important and McCain party seemed to be pulling ahead. The Media has also encouraged popular factor about Palin. They have been talking about her none stop. One of the major news stations was even waiting at the airport for when she arrived back in Alaska.
This week her favorability has slipped back to 48% form 52%. She hasn’t tanked yet, but why would her ratings be decreasing? Is her considerable novelty wearing off? Maybe between now and Nov. 4th voters will stop looking to her for fashion tips and see her as more of a vice president candidate running for office. People should focus on the McCain team’s issues, and not focus on Palin being a fascinating story. Will this actually happen before Nov. 4th?
In the first couple of weeks it seemed the Palin was going to be a great asset to McCain. In this General Election Battle, the last couple of months are very important and McCain party seemed to be pulling ahead. The Media has also encouraged popular factor about Palin. They have been talking about her none stop. One of the major news stations was even waiting at the airport for when she arrived back in Alaska.
This week her favorability has slipped back to 48% form 52%. She hasn’t tanked yet, but why would her ratings be decreasing? Is her considerable novelty wearing off? Maybe between now and Nov. 4th voters will stop looking to her for fashion tips and see her as more of a vice president candidate running for office. People should focus on the McCain team’s issues, and not focus on Palin being a fascinating story. Will this actually happen before Nov. 4th?
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